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Nope, completely different species, although superficially, quite similat to look at. Both are saltwater 'flat' fish that are frequently found in estuaries. Both are prized as a food fish, with Sole being the fish of choice. Typically, flounders tend to be more circular in shape (and heavier), whilst sole tend more towards an oval shape.
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What fish is a bottom dwelling flat fish?
Flounder and Sole.
Which fish has the light on its head?
fluke is the fish, two eyes one side flounder, sole IT IS ALSO BROWN ON BOTH SIDES VERY RARE AND THE EYES ARE OPPOSITE TO A NORMAL FLOUNDER
What is the name of a flat fish?
* Flounder * Sole * Turbot * Plaice * Halibut
Is a flouwnder a fish?
No, a flouwnder is not a fish, but a flounder is a flat fish similar in looks to a plaice or sole.
What kind of fish is lemon sole?
Lemon sole is a type of flatfish that is found in the northeastern Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea. It has a delicate, sweet flavor with a firm, flaky texture. Lemon sole is commonly used in seafood dishes and is popular for its mild taste.
What fish have eyelids?
As far as I know, there are no fish with eyelids.
Which fish has both its eyes on same side of its head?
The flatfish, such as flounders, halibuts, and soles, have both their eyes on the same side of their head. This adaptation allows them to lie flat on the ocean floor and easily camouflage themselves against predators.
What is an homonym for sole?
flounder it is soal not flounder
What Kind of Fish Were Caught in the New England Colonies?
Mostly cod, but I'm sure flounder and sole as well as freshwater fish.
Who is a cousin to the flounder?
The halibut is a close cousin to the flounder, both belonging to the flatfish family. They share similar physical characteristics and habitats, with both species being bottom-dwelling flatfish that are highly prized in the culinary world.
Names of flat fish?
Major angling flatfish include dab, turbot, plaice, flounder, brill, and Dover sole. Other names of flatfish are Pacific sanddab, and a variety of sole including sand sole, butter sole, and rock sole.
Who is the cousin to the flounder?
There is the sole.
